Experts push for reforms and inclusive policies to bridge gaps


Improving accessibility: Leong Pick Lan, 76, preparing her meal at home. Experts on ageing say public spaces and amenities need to be made safer and friendlier for the elderly. — LOW LAY PHON/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s roadmap to becoming an aged nation must address key challenges such as employment, social security, inclusion, wellness and healthcare, say experts.

Public facilities, amenities and urban design must also be made more senior-friendly, they said, adding that fundamental shifts are necessary to prepare the country for its transition into an aged nation.

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